Job Title: Air Export Operator
Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: £27,000 – £38,000 + Benefits (DOE)
A leading, established freight forwarder in Manchester is hiring an Air Export Operator to manage global air shipments end-to-end. If you thrive under airport cutoffs and want a role with strong career progression and direct carrier interaction, this is for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Run the Desk: Take complete ownership of international air export files from booking through to global airport delivery.
- Build Carrier Relationships: Negotiate spot rates and secure space allocations with airlines, GSAs, and overseas agents.
- Master Compliance: Prepare accurate export documentation, including MAWBs, HAWBs, certificates of origin, and customs declarations.
- Own Client Accounts: Deliver high-touch customer support with real-time flight tracking and proactive delay resolution.
- Manage File Margins: Handle job costing, clear vendor charges, and execute accurate client billing to maximize profitability.
What You’ll Need:
- 2+ years of hands-on air export forwarding experience in the UK.
- Solid grasp of Known Cargo regulations, Incoterms, and air export customs.
- Familiarity with software like CargoWise, MultiFreight, or similar platforms.
- Sharp organizational skills to meet strict airport cutoff deadlines.
What You Get:
- Competitive basic salary (£27k–£38k DOE) plus company benefits.
- Clear internal pathways for promotion within an expanding global network.
- A supportive, team-first environment in Manchester.